The gala event was held at Cinnamon Life, Colombo.
The award was presented to Mr. Asiri Gurusinghe, Chairman and Founder of Arava Pvt. Ltd., in recognition of his visionary leadership and the company’s remarkable contribution to Sri Lanka’s export sector.
Founded in 2013, Arava has rapidly evolved into a global player, operating three state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across Sri Lanka and employing more than 800 staff.
The company has also established two subsidiary businesses to complement its growing export services.
Today, Arava exports thousands of containers annually to over 46 countries spanning all seven continents.
Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and quality, Arava specialises in premium coconut-based products such as coir fibre bales, cocopeat, grow bags, cut fibre, and husk chips.
Its production processes meet rigorous global standards and are certified under ISO 9001:2015, OMRI, and GMP, ensuring products of the highest international quality.
Reflecting on the achievement, Mr. Gurusinghe stated:
“These awards are a testament to the dedication of our team and the confidence our customers have placed in us.
From our beginnings in coir-based products, we have expanded into multiple value-added categories, building a Sri Lankan brand recognised and trusted worldwide.”
Over the years, Arava has received numerous accolades for excellence in exports and entrepreneurship.
With its head office based in Rosemead Place, Colombo 07, the company remains steadfast in its mission to position Sri Lanka at the forefront of international markets while championing sustainable, eco-friendly products.
Photo caption - Mr. Asiri Gurusinghe, Chairman and Founder of Arava Pvt. Ltd receiving the award.